Sequential Acquires Jessica Simpson Label
Brand-management firm Sequential Brands Group Inc. made the first of a string of power moves in 2015 when it nabbed the billion-dollar Jessica Simpson label. In late March, insiders broke the news that Sequential would acquire a majority interest, including the Jessica Simpson Collection master license and other rights.

Kurt Geiger Acquired By CinvenSycamore Partners sold the British footwear giant, helmed by Neil Clifford, to European private equity firm Cinven in December. The transaction was reportedly valued at $372 million. While the deal is Cinven’s first accessories buy, Kurt Geiger is getting its third owner in four years.